Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Chemistry KIM 111 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 3 + 2 4.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Theoretical Lecture; Project Studies; Industrial Examples
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Hüsnü GERENGİ
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. Hüsnü GERENGİ (Güz)
Goals Course Objectives As one of the fundamental sciences, chemistry has a wide range of applications. The main aim of the course is to provide students with the fundamental concepts, both theoretical and practical, while developing their skills in scientific analysis and problem solving. In addition, building a foundation of chemical knowledge aimed at solving problems in science and engineering is one of the main aims of the course.
Course Content The structure of the atom and the properties of matter, nomenclature of compounds, formula writing, the periodic system and electron configuration of atoms, types of chemical bonds, fundamental laws of chemistry, atomic and molecular weight, the mole concept, formula and composition calculations, chemical and problem-solving methods, gas laws, an introduction to thermochemistry and thermodynamics, electrochemistry and corrosion, as well as acid-base theories.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Explain the structure of the atom, properties of matter, and the fundamental concepts of chemistry.
2 Apply compound nomenclature, formula writing, and related calculations accurately.
3 Analyze the periodic system and electron configurations of atoms.
4 Understand the types of chemical bonds and the fundamental laws of chemistry.
5 Perform atomic and molecular weight determinations, mole concept applications, and composition calculations.
6 Apply gas laws, thermochemistry, and basic thermodynamics principles to problem solving.
7 Explain and exemplify electrochemistry, corrosion, and acid-base theories.
8 Use scientific analysis and problem-solving methods to address chemical problems.
9 Relate chemical knowledge to engineering and industrial applications.
10 Develop teamwork, research, and reporting skills through project studies.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week SI International System of Units; rounding numbers; structure of matter; quantum theory Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Research
2. Week General properties of substances; Distinguishing properties of substances; Separation of mixtures; Separation of compounds; Physical and chemical changes Class Hours Research Other Activities
3. Week Atomic structure; atomic models; applications; periodic relations between elements Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
4. Week Periodic system and electron configuration of atoms; applications Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
5. Week Calculation of the mole; applications Research Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours
6. Week Chemical bonds and their types Research Other Activities Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week General properties of gases; Boyle's law; Charles' law; Avagadro's law; ideal gas law and gas mixtures Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
8. Week Thermochemistry; concepts of energy, work, heat and enthalpy; endothermic and exothermic reactions; change of enthalpy and Hess's law Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
9. Week Introduction to thermodynamics; applications of thermodynamics
10. Week Electrochemistry; Oxidation and reduction concepts; Electrochemical cells, electrolysis and batteries Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities Class Hours
11. Week Galvanic (voltaic) cells; thermodynamics of electrochemistry cells Class Hours Research Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Corrosion; Corrosion mechanism; Corrosion prevention Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities
13. Week Effects of corrosion on engineering applications, corrosion calculations in material selection and anti-corrosion coating techniques Research Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours
14. Week Acids and bases; acid-base theories (Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry, Lewis); properties and reactions of acids and bases; pH, pOH calculations, weak acid-base equilibrium. Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities Class Hours
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Engineering graduates with sufficient theoretical and practical background for a successful profession and with application skills of fundamental scientific knowledge in the engineering practice
2 Engineering graduates with skills and professional background in describing, formulating, modeling and analyzing the engineering problem, with a consideration for appropriate analytical solutions in all necessary situations
3 Engineering graduates with the necessary technical, academic and practical knowledge and application confidence in the design and assessment of machines or mechanical systems or industrial processes with considerations of productivity, feasibility and environmental and social aspects
4 Engineering graduates with the practice of selecting and using appropriate technical and engineering tools in engineering problems, and ability of effective usage of information science technologies
5 Ability of designing and conducting experiments, conduction data acquisition and analysis and making conclusions
6 Ability of identifying the potential resources for information or knowledge regarding a given engineering issue
7 The abilities and performance to participate multi-disciplinary groups together with the effective oral and official communication skills and personal confidence
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8 DK9 DK10
PY1 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 10
PY2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 10 10
PY3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 10
PY4 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 10 10 10
PY5 0 10 0 10 0 0 10 10 10 10
PY6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 10
PY7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 10 10
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Petrucci Harwood, ‘General Chemistry I-II’, Palme Publishing, ISBN 975-7477-10-9
  • Steven S. Zumdahl, “Chemistry”, Heath and Company, ISBN 0-669-32462-0
  • Mustafa Üstünışık, ‘General Chemistry’ TED Ankara College Foundation Publication
  • Sabri Alpaydın, Abdullah Şimşek, ‘General Chemistry’, Nobel Publishing, ISBN 978-975-591-984-3
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 5 70
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 2 6 12
Other Activities 2 5 10
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 10 10
Final 1 15 15
Classroom Activities 1 8 8
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0